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Divide 12/3 with 18/40

1st number: 4 0/3, 2nd number: 18/40

12/3 ÷ 18/40 is 80/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 18/40: 40/18
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 12/3 ÷ 18/40 = 12/3 × 40/18
  3. = 12 × 40/3 × 18 = 480/54
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 80/9
  5. In mixed form: 88/9

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